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Will County Pets of the Week: Sept. 29, 2025

Will County rescues have dogs and cats for adoption

The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to learn about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.

The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to learn about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.

Foxy is a 4-year-old gentle shepherd mix with a sweet demeanor. She does well with other dogs but has waited a long time for a forever family. She is loving, loyal and will make a great companion. To meet Foxy, email dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Foxy is a 4-year-old gentle shepherd mix with a sweet demeanor. She does well with other dogs, but has waited a long time for a forever family. She is loving, loyal and will make a great companion. To meet Foxy, email Dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Mister is a 2-year-old cat that was found as a stray. He is friendly and comfortable around people, so he probably had a home at some point in his life. Mister is outgoing and affectionate. He wants love and attention from visitors to his kitty tower. He loves being petted. Mister is FIV-positive, so he needs to be the only cat in a home or live with other FIV-positive cats. to meet Mister, email catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Mister is a 2-year-old cat that was found as a stray. He is friendly and comfortable around people, so he probably had a home at some point in his life. Mister is outgoing and affectionate. He wants love and attention from visitors to his kitty tower. He loves being petted. Mister is FIV-positive, so needs to be the only cat in a home or live with other FIV-positive cats. to meet Mister, email Catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Ringo is a 1-year-old, 45-pound pug/English bulldog mix. He can be a bit timid at first, but once he warms up, he shows his goofy, loving personality. He needs a home without young children and with patient owners to help him adjust. Once he is comfortable, Ringo loves to jump up and try to get into people’s laps. Email the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Ringo is a 1-year-old, 45-pound pug/English bulldog mix. He can be a bit timid at first, but once he warms up, he shows his goofy, loving personality. He needs a home without young children and with patient owners to help him adjust. Once he is comfortable, Ringo loves to jump up and try to get into people’s laps. Email the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Dylon is a 12-year-old tabby abandoned in Shorewood. He was understandably nervous and confused but has slowly started to adjust to the shelter. He is still not fully comfortable and can be a bit grumpy being handled. But he is very interested in pets and being with people. Once he is comfortable, he loves pets and cheek rubs. Dylon’s adoption fee has been fully sponsored by a generous donor. A foster or foster-to-adopt home so he can be more comfortable out of the shelter would be ideal. Email the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Dylon is a 12-year-old tabby abandoned in Shorewood. He was understandably nervous and confused but has slowly started to adjust to the shelter. He is still not fully comfortable and can be a bit grumpy being handled. But he is very interested in pets and being with people. Once he is comfortable, he loves pets and cheek rubs. Dylon’s adoption fee has been fully sponsored by a generous donor. A foster or foster-to-adopt home so can be more comfortable out of the shelter. would be ideal. Email the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Gus is a curious, playful kitty that loves chasing ball toys and making new feline friends. He’s a total foodie and his soft, sweet meows will melt your heart. Whether he’s zooming around or lounging solo, Gus is always entertaining and full of love. To meet Gus, visit thekittysquad.com/adoptables.

Gus is a curious, playful kitty who loves chasing ball toys and making new feline friends. He’s a total foodie and his soft, sweet meows will melt your heart. Whether he’s zooming around or lounging solo, Gus is always entertaining and full of love. To meet Gus, To meet Blossom, visit thekittysquad.com/adoptables.

Meet Jewel, a sweet former mama that is ready to be your baby. Jewel is affectionate, playful and always up for snuggles. Jewel does well with dogs, cats and even bunnies. To meet Jewel, visit thekittysquad.com/adoptables.

Meet Jewel This sweet former mama is ready to be your baby. Jewel is affectionate, playful, and always up for snuggles. Jewel does well with dogs, cats, and even bunnies. She is also a former mother. To meet Jewel, visit thekittysquad.com/adoptables.
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Denise M. Baran-Unland

Denise M. Baran-Unland is the features editor for The Herald-News in Joliet. She covers a variety of human interest stories. She also writes the long-time weekly tribute feature “An Extraordinary Life about local people who have died. She studied journalism at the College of St. Francis in Joliet, now the University of St. Francis.